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Press release:
TOKYO, Japan – June 27th, 2024.
The Tokyo-based (Japan) indie games developer Pocketpair are today very happy and proud to announce that they have just released the first major update (“Sakurajima”) for their open-world monster-collection game “Palworld“ (the said update is available right now for PC via Steam Early Access).

Pocketpair, Inc. (Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo. CEO: Takuro Mizobe) has released the Sakurajima update for the open-world survival crafting monster-collecting game Palworld on Thursday, June 27, 2024.

In commemoration of this, the game is currently 25% off on Steam.
In the Sakurajima update, a new island “Sakurajima” has been added, where many new species of Pals live. Players can freely explore this island, where new scenery and thrilling adventures await. In addition, a large amount of new content such as arenas, an oil rig, buildings, and weapons has been added. Enjoy the expanded world of Palworld in this exciting new update.

Please check the release notes for details about the update.
https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/1623730/view/4159718272378624292

▽ Sakurajima Update Announcement Trailer

･25% off on Steam
To celebrate the Sakurajima update, Palworld is currently 25% off on Steam. Don’t miss this chance to buy it.

▽ Steam Store Page
https://bit.ly/palworld240119
･About the Sakurajima Update
This is the first major update for Palworld, introducing a wealth of new content and adventures on a new island: Sakurajima. Here are some highlights:
New Island: Sakurajima
A beautiful new island with diverse areas, including a Japanese-style environment with a shrine encircled by cherry blossoms, a mysterious swamp surrounded by giant mushrooms, a solemn and fantastical Eastern dungeon, and an eerie and ominous graveyard.
New Pals
Many completely new Pals will appear, as well as new subspecies of popular Pals such as Chillet and Katress. Lots of new skills will also make an appearance.
New Faction and Leader
The level cap for players and Pals will be raised! Equip diverse new weapons and battle new enemies. Also, a Hard Mode fight against the leaders of existing factions will be added.
Major Building Overhaul
Several restrictions on building have been eliminated and the maximum number of bases has been increased, allowing for more freedom in base construction. Many new building types, such as “Pillars,” “Glass Structures,” “Sulfur Mines,” and “Coal Mines,” will be added.
Strengthen your base… for there is a new raid as well!
New Stronghold: Oil Rig
A massive oil rig controlled by a powerful poaching group appears offshore! Engage in large-scale battles over valuable assets such as the new resource “Crude Oil.”
Arena
Player vs. player battles are finally here! Engage in epic battles featuring the Pals you have captured.
Xbox Dedicated Servers
Dedicated servers for Xbox players are finally available! Enjoy Palworld with Xbox players worldwide. Cross-play is also under development.
･Advance Access for Influencers and Media
Influencers and media representatives will have the opportunity to play the update before its official release.
Experience the new era of Palworld in advance and share your gameplay videos and articles.

Application Form
https://forms.gle/Vcd7BeMmxUgrtaND6

*Please note that we may not be able to offer advance access to all applicants.

About Palworld
Palworld is an open-world survival crafting monster-collecting game that supports up to 32 players and is set in a world where mysterious creatures called “Pals” live.

Along your adventures, you will encounter many Pals. Capture them, make them work, fight, breed and even sell them. You can adventure in a large world alongside your Pals.
Game Overview